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Kia EV3 vs Peugeot 5008 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: Kia EV3 meets Peugeot 5008.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia EV3 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £, while the Peugeot 5008 costs 37600 £. That’s a price difference of around 6746 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Kia EV3: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Peugeot 5008 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.90 kWh.

As for range, the Peugeot 5008 performs minimal better – achieving up to 669 km, about 64 km more than the Kia EV3.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot 5008 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 325 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 121 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 5008 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 5008 performs noticeable better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 5008 pulls convincingly stronger with 511 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 228 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Peugeot 5008 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Peugeot 5008 is minimal lighter – 1700 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers noticeable more room – 460 L compared to 348 L. That’s a difference of about 112 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 5008 performs clearly better – up to 2232 L, which is about 981 L more than the Kia EV3.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 5008 noticeable takes the win – 640 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 5008 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £37,600
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Peugeot 5008

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 5.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 669 km
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Kia EV3

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The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.

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Peugeot 5008

The Peugeot 5008 blends Peugeot's sharp design with the space and versatility families actually need, wrapping clever packaging and a premium-feeling cabin in a crisp, SUV-like silhouette. It drives with more poise than you'd expect from a people carrier, serves up practical touches and flexible seating for everyday chaos, and still looks good when parked outside the school gates.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30800 - 41700 £
Price
37600 - 54200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
78 - 669 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.4 - 96.9 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 127 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
Curb weight
1700 - 2344 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
294 - 348 L
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
Length
4791 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1895 mm
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
Height
1694 mm
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
Max trunk capacity
2178 - 2232 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
596 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
230 - 511 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Peugeot

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What drive types are available for the Kia EV3?

The Kia EV3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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